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Health Effects

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Warnings:

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN! DO NOT TAKE INTERNALLY. Avoid breathing vapors. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling vapors may be harmful or fatal. Vapors may cause flash fire. Use only with adequate ventilation. Do not get in eyes, on skin or clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Construction and repair activities can adversely affect indoor air quality. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Do not store at temperatures above 120 degrees F. Store containers away from excessive heat and freezing. Keep containers closed when not in use. Store away from caustics and oxidizers.

Acute Health Effects:

From MSDS:Hazards IdentificationEmergency Overview: A gray paste product with a strong solvent odor. DANGER! Flammable liquid and vapor. Vapors may ignite explosively. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Do not breathe vapors. Do not breathe dust, vapors or spray mist. Use only with adequate ventilation. Prevent build-up of vapors by opening all windows and doors to achieve cross-ventilation. Aspiration hazard if swallowed. Aspiration may cause pulmonary edema and pneumonitis.Primary Routes Of Entry: Skin Contact, Inhalation, Ingestion, Eye Contact.Eye Contact: Causes eye irritation. May cause eye irritation.Skin Contact: Causes skin irritation. Prolonged and repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis, drying and defatting due to the solvent properties. Methanol may be harmful if absorbed through skin.Inhalation: Vapor harmful. May affect the brain or nervous system causing dizziness, headache or nausea. Inhalation of vapors in high concentration may cause irritation of respiratory system. Inhalation may cause irritation to the respiratory tract (nose, mouth, mucous membranes). Aspiration into lungs may cause pulmonary edema and chemical pneumonitis. Can cause nerve damage to arms and legs. Effects may be permanent.Ingestion: Harmful or fatal if swallowed. If ingested, may cause vomiting, diarrhea, and depressed respiration. May be harmful if swallowed.Medical Conditions which May be Aggravated by Exposure: None known.

Chronic Health Effects:

From MSDS:Reports have associated repeated and prolonged occupational overexposure to solvents with permanent brain and nervous system damage. Symptoms include: loss of memory, loss of intellectual ability and loss of coordination. Intentional misuse by d

Carcinogenicity:

Ingredients listed as carcinogenic by IARC, OSHA and NTP.

First Aid:

Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with large quantities of water for at least 15 minutes until irritation subsides. Get medical attention.Skin Contact: Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water removing all contaminated clothes and shoes.Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately.Ingestion: If swallowed, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Get medical attention immediately.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN! DO NOT TAKE INTERNALLY. Avoid breathing vapors. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling vapors may be harmful or fatal. Vapors may cause flash fire. Use only with adequate ventilation. Do not get in eyes, on skin or clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Construction and repair activities can adversely affect indoor air quality. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Do not store at temperatures above 120 degrees F. Store containers away from excessive heat and freezing. Keep containers closed when not in use. Store away from caustics and oxidizers.

Disposal:

Do not re -use empty containers. Liquids cannot be disposed of in a landfill. Dispose of material in accordance with all federal, state and local regulations. State and Local regulations/restrictions are complex and may differ from Federal regulations. Responsibility for proper waste disposal is with the owner of the waste.